Hilary Duff releases “CATastrophe,” an original song for The Cat in the Hat, marking her latest musical milestone with Atlantic Records.
Global pop star Hilary Duff has released “CATastrophe,” an original song written for Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s upcoming feature film The Cat in the Hat. The film marks the beloved Dr. Seuss character’s animated theatrical feature debut. It will arrive in theaters and IMAX on November 6.
Duff co-wrote the track with Matthew Koma, Madison Love and Brian Phillips. Koma and Phillips also produced the song. With its dramatic arrangements and emotional depth, “CATastrophe” serves as a central musical moment in the film. The song first appeared in a newly released movie trailer and is now available through Atlantic Records.
Director Dano Cerny helmed the official music video, which brings the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life. The visual follows Duff as she moves through oversized, fantastical environments that blend seamlessly into her surroundings.
Duff shared that her childhood memories inspired her involvement in the project. “Dr. Seuss was on repeat in our house for years, so when this came around I didn’t have to think about it,” she said.
She also explained the song’s emotional message. “CATastrophe” explores the feeling of having your entire world change without warning or consent. Duff wanted the track to express those emotions honestly while delivering an energetic sound that listeners could enjoy at full volume.
“CATastrophe” Joins the Film’s Official Soundtrack
Fans can find the song on The Cat in the Hat (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), which WaterTower Music will release on October 30.
The album also features an original score by Grammy-winning composer Lorne Balfe. In addition, it includes “The Cat in the Hat Theme Song,” written by Tim Minchin and performed by FITZ and Minchin, featuring Bill Hader.
The soundtrack combines original compositions and familiar musical elements to complement the film’s imaginative storytelling.
Hilary Duff Enters a New Chapter in Her Music Career
Duff continues to build on a career that spans music, television, film and entrepreneurship. She first achieved major musical success with her 2003 album Metamorphosis, which earned four-times platinum certification and featured the hit singles “So Yesterday” and “Come Clean.”
She followed it with her platinum-selling self-titled album in 2004 and the autobiographical dance-pop record Dignity in 2007. Together, these three albums sold approximately 15 million copies worldwide. Beyond music, Duff established herself as an entrepreneur, philanthropist and New York Times bestselling author. She also earned recognition for her acting, particularly her role in Darren Star’s television series Younger.
Now signed to Atlantic Records, Duff has launched a new musical era with her sixth studio album, luck… or something. The record marked her first new solo album since Breathe In. Breathe Out. (2015), which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200.
Duff co-wrote the new album and worked with her husband, Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Matthew Koma, alongside Brian Phillips. The project debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, giving Duff her highest chart position since 2007. It also became her sixth career Top 5 album and reached No. 2 on Billboard’s Top Album Sales chart.
Furthermore, luck… or something earned recognition from Billboard, Rolling Stone and Variety, which named it among the best albums of 2026. The album also debuted in the Top 5 in six countries, reaching No. 1 in Canada and Australia.
Duff has also returned to the stage with “the lucky me tour,” her first major tour in more than 18 years. The global run spans 18 countries and includes sold-out performances at New York’s Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles’ Kia Forum and London’s The O2.
With “CATastrophe,” Duff adds a new soundtrack release to an already active period in her career, bringing her pop sensibilities to the fantastical world of The Cat in the Hat.
Stream “CATastrophe” now and watch the whimsical music video as Hilary Duff brings Dr. Seuss-inspired magic to life!
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